La Paz โ Bolivia
Continent: South America | Type: City
La Paz, Boliviaโs dramatic high-altitude capital, sits in a canyon framed by the snowy peaks of the Andes. Known as the โcity in the clouds,โ it mixes colonial architecture, bustling markets and a thriving street culture. Cable cars link its districts with jaw-dropping views, while nearby valleys and mountains invite adventurous day trips. Whether wandering the witchesโ market, sipping coca tea or riding above the rooftops, La Paz delivers one of South Americaโs most unique urban experiences.
Best places to visit in La Paz
- Plaza Murillo
- San Francisco Church
- Witchesโ Market (Mercado de las Brujas)
- Calle Jaรฉn (historic street)
- Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley)
- Mi Telefรฉrico (cable car network)
- National Museum of Art
- Mirador Killi Killi
- Chacaltaya Mountain (day trip)
- Illimani Mountain viewpoints
- Tiwanaku archaeological site (nearby)